Northwoods Dirt Camp
📍 Wisconsin, USA
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
14–16 August 2026
Difficulty
mtbbeginner friendly
Race #2 – Pioneer Park, Prescott
Arizona, USA · 26–27 September 2026
Difficulty: 2/5 — Moderate
A fast and flowy cross-country mountain bike race held in Prescott's scenic Pioneer Park, featuring looping singletrack trails with moderate elevation changes. Tailored specifically for middle and high school student-athletes, the event delivers an exciting atmosphere across two days of conference-split competition.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 7.2 miles · 10.8 miles · 12.0 miles · 18.0 miles · 24.0 miles
- Elevation
- 561 m
- Surface
- singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 2–3.8
Rider fit
Who it's for
Middle and high school student-athletes looking for structured, high-energy cross-country mountain bike racing within a supportive league environment.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking short-duration explosive power for punchy climbs or those uncomfortable maintaining speed through winding, singletrack corners.
Training focus
Interval training to build aerobic threshold and explosive power, paired with cornering practice at high speeds to maintain momentum on flowy singletrack.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
How are the race days structured between the conferences?+
The event is split across the weekend: the North Conference races on Saturday, September 26, and the South Conference races on Sunday, September 27.
What are the details of the course loops?+
The high school course consists of a 6.0-mile loop climbing approximately 460 feet per lap, while the middle school course is a 3.6-mile loop with about 275 feet of climbing per lap.
Is on-site registration permitted?+
Yes, on-site registration is available but subject to an additional $15 late fee. Registration must be completed at least one hour before your specific race wave starts, and your ACA membership must already be registered online.
When can riders pre-ride the course?+
The course is open for pre-ride on Friday from 12:00 p.m. until sunset, and on Saturday after racing concludes (approximately 3:00 p.m.) until sunset. There is also a dedicated window on Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. reserved exclusively for female high school athletes, middle school athletes, and their coaches.
How is the starting line staging organized?+
Staging is based on overall placement from the current season (specifically using results from Race #1). The top 10 placed riders in each category receive call-ups by name.